Smart Checklist
A sequenced to-do list that knows which tasks come first — and which ones you can’t do until others are done.
For American Families in the KMC
Your companion for every step of your move to or out of the KMC.
Boris gives every family the same quality of guidance — whether your sponsor is incredible or completely MIA. Trust the process. Start here.
Coming Late May 2026 Free on iOS & Android
No account. No email. No tracking.
Hi, I'm Boris
The situation
PCS-ing to Germany is a lot.
New country, different banking rules, a SOFA status you’ve never had to explain, schools to research, a lease to sign in a language you don’t speak yet — and that’s before you unpack a single box.
Your sponsor may be fantastic. Or they may be deployed, overwhelmed, or simply not sure of the answers either. You deserve good information regardless.
Boris is the friend who’s done this move three times. It keeps you organized, tells you what happens next, and is honest when it doesn’t know.
What Boris does
Four things done well.
Local Directory
KMC offices, schools, banks, hospitals — with hours, addresses, and the notes that aren’t on their websites.
Timely Reminders
The 10-day vehicle import window doesn’t care if you’re jet-lagged. Boris reminds you before deadlines arrive.
Map & Emergency Info
KMC bases on a real map, with emergency numbers for German services — 112, not 911.
And that's just the surface.
- Real-time office hours — every task knows if the office is open right now or when it opens next
- Soft confirmation — if an office is closed, Boris asks “did you already do this?” instead of blocking you
- Heads-up warnings with cited regulations — the IDP trap, UTAP pre-signing, lease pitfalls with source references
- Family-aware — spouse arriving later? Kids? Pets? Your checklist and timeline adapt automatically
- Active duty, GS civilian, contractor — three different rule sets, not one-size-fits-all
- Financial reality upfront — ‘$10k–30k out of pocket’ on day one, because no one else tells you
- Three life phases — PCS-In, Settled, PCS-Out. Boris only shows what matters in your current phase
- Zero data collection — no account, no email, no tracking. Delete the app, everything is gone
How we operate
Trust is the product. Full stop.
Boris is built on a simple promise: we don’t need your data to do our job. Everything below is non-negotiable.
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Privacy by Default
Boris doesn’t collect your name, email, unit, or location. There’s nothing to breach because there’s nothing stored.
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No Ads, No Tracking
No analytics scripts. No marketing pixels. No pop-ups. Local partners appear in the directory — clearly labeled — but Boris never sells your data or your attention.
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Honest When We Don’t Know
Regulations change. When Boris isn’t sure, it says so — and points you to the office that actually knows.
Who it’s for
Every status. Every situation.
The paperwork looks different depending on how you arrive. Boris handles the differences without making you explain your situation from scratch.
Active Duty
Military Members
From your orders date to final out-processing, Boris tracks your military-specific steps and deadlines.
OHA · BAH · SOFA Status
GS Civilian
Government Employees
LQA, tax equalization, and banking setup all work differently for civilians. Boris knows that.
LQA · TQSA · DCPAS
Contractor
Contractors
SOFA rights vary by contract type. Boris flags what applies to you and what you’ll need to confirm with your employer.
SOFA · LOGCAP · NATOThe lifecycle
Boris is with you the whole time.
Phase 01
PCS-In
From orders to first full week in KMC.
- Pre-departure checklist
- Housing search guide
- In-processing appointments
- Vehicle import window
Phase 02
Settled
Living your life in the KMC area.
- Local resources & directory
- Annual deadlines
- Schools & childcare
- Emergency info
Phase 03
PCS-Out
Closing out and heading to your next duty station.
- Out-processing checklist
- Vehicle export steps
- Utility & lease closeout
- Final housing inspection
See Boris in action
Everything in one place.
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Personalized Setup
Boris learns who you are in 30 seconds. Kids, pets, spouse arriving later — your checklist adapts instantly.
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Smart Checklist
Phased tasks with real-time office hours. Boris knows when offices open and what documents you need.
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Document Tracking
Know exactly what to bring before you leave. Track which documents are ready, which aren't.
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Verified Warnings
Heads-up alerts with cited regulations. The IDP trap, the UTAP pre-signing mistake — caught before you make them.
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Financial Reality
$10,000–30,000 out of pocket before reimbursements. Boris tells you the number nobody else will.
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Verified Directory
English-friendly businesses with hours, addresses, and the notes that aren't on their websites.
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Discover Guides
From quiet hours to recycling rules — real life in Germany, explained for American families.
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Settled Mode
Boris stays useful long after the boxes are unpacked. Seasonal tips, events, and the transition home.
Personalized Setup
Smart Checklist
Document Tracking
Verified Warnings
Financial Reality
Verified Directory
Discover Guides
Settled Mode
- Real-time office hours on every task — Boris won't send you somewhere that's closed
- Document checklists — know exactly what to bring before you leave the house
- Heads-up warnings with cited regulations — not Facebook rumors
- Family-aware — kids, pets, spouse arriving later, Boris adapts your timeline
- Status-specific — active duty, GS civilian, and contractor families get different answers
- Three life phases — PCS-In, Settled, PCS-Out. Only what matters right now
- Works offline — checklists, reminders, and emergency info without a connection
- Zero data collection — no account, no email, no tracking, everything on your phone
Questions
Things people ask before they trust a new app.
Is Boris really free?
Yes. No in-app purchases, no premium tier, no subscription. Boris is free to download and use entirely.
How does Boris stay free?
Local businesses that serve the KMC community — restaurants, realtors, service providers — can apply to be verified and recommended in the Boris directory. They fund Boris; families never pay. We only accept businesses we’d genuinely recommend. If it’s not good enough for our own families, it’s not in Boris.
Do I need to create an account?
No account, no email address, no profile. You download it and use it. Your data stays on your device.
Does Boris track my location?
Only if you explicitly allow it to show nearby resources on the map — and only in that moment. Boris never tracks you in the background.
Is this an official DoD or Army app?
No. Boris is an independent project built by someone who has lived the KMC move. It’s not affiliated with the Department of Defense or any military branch.
What if information in the app is wrong or outdated?
We update Boris regularly and flag anything we’re uncertain about. If you spot something wrong, there’s a feedback button in the app and you can reach us at hello@borispcs.com.
Does Boris work for GS civilians and contractors, not just military?
Yes. The checklists and directory adapt based on your status. OHA is different from LQA, and SOFA rights differ between military and contractor. Boris handles those differences.
What if my sponsor is already great?
Then you’re lucky — Boris will still be useful. Having a good sponsor and having good information aren’t mutually exclusive.
Does Boris work offline?
Core features — checklists, reminders, emergency numbers — work fully offline after the first download. The directory and map need a connection for fresh data.
Almost ready
Boris is coming. It’ll be free. No strings.
No account to create. No email to give. Launching late May 2026.
Coming Late May 2026 Free on iOS & Android
